2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS review from North America
"A sporty family wagon that will protect you in a crash better than a dump truck"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Emission Workshop... Secondary air pump.
General comments?
I think the 1.8T engine is the best engine I have ever seen. Great power and torque. The handling is super nice, comfort is OK, The electronics in the car are the weak point. Generally tho, I've put over 70.000 KMS on this car and I'm sure I will get another one after this one dies. Also I think the Tiptronic 5spd automatic is a great transmission. If fuel prices weren't so high I'd stick with this forever but I'm looking for a diesel one now.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 89000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 163000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Hyundai Accent |
| Date of Entry | 18th June, 2008 |